Teck & Canada Soccer have announced the recipients of the 2019 Teck Community Initiative program, an initiative that provides soccer organizations in communities where Teck operates with an opportunity to receive a $2,500 grant to enhance soccer programming and ultimately encourage youth to be a More

Canada Soccer and the Canadian Red Cross are pleased to announce a new agreement designating the Canadian Red Cross as an Official Supplier to Canada Soccer in the categories of First Aid Kits and products and Cardiac Science Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs).“Canada Soccer is pleased t More

Members of Canada Soccer’s Women’s National Team debuted Canada Soccer’s 2019 Official kit at a Nike Global Football event in Paris, France. The Paris launch celebrated women’s footballers in advance of this summer’s s FIFA Women’s World Cup France 2019™ wit More

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Canada Soccer is pleased to announce Nike will become the official footwear, apparel and equipment supplier for Canada Soccer and its Men’s and Women’s National Teams at every level starting in January 2019. "This watershed moment for Canada Soccer is further proof that C More

Teck & Canada Soccer have announced the recipients of the 2018 Teck Community Initiative program, an initiative that provides soccer associations in communities where Teck operates with an opportunity to receive a $2500 grant to enhance soccer programming and ultimately encourage local youth to More

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Teck & Canada Soccer have announced the recipients of the 2019 Teck Community Initiative program, an initiative that provides soccer organizations in communities where Teck operates with an opportunity to receive a $2,500 grant to enhance soccer programming and ultimately encourage youth to be active through sport. In total, four soccer associations in Teck communities receive grants each year through the program.

The program, now in its sixth year, is administered by Canada Soccer. Teck has been a proud partner of Canada Soccer since 2012.

In 2019, the following soccer associations will receive a $2,500 grant:

Kamloops Youth Soccer Association (Kamloops, B.C.) In Kamloops, the funds will be used towards repairing the heating system in their recently purchased indoor soccer dome. The dome, the only one of its size in Kamloops, will allow members to continue to play and train throughout the winter months both on and off the turf.

Crowsnest Pass Minor Soccer (Crowsnest Pass, AB) The community of Crowsnest Pass will be able to fulfill an outstanding need to upgrade their fields and their equipment infrastructure with new nets, balls, jerseys, and corner flags. In addition, any remaining funds will put towards tournament fees to further player development opportunities

Kootenay East Youth Soccer Association (Cranbrook, B.C.) Safety is a primary focus for Kootenay East which will use the funds to secure its goals to the ground. Increasing club membership has also created demand for additional equipment and storage solutions.

Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association (Trail, B.C.) The Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association will be putting the funds towards the purchase of heavy-duty event tents. These tents will be used at all hosted events as well as away tournaments providing protection from the elements for the players and staff.

Canada Soccer and the Canadian Red Cross are pleased to announce a new agreement designating the Canadian Red Cross as an Official Supplier to Canada Soccer in the categories of First Aid Kits and products and Cardiac Science Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs).

“Canada Soccer is pleased to partner with the Canadian Red Cross in its continued effort to provide a safe environment for our Canadian athletes,” said Peter Montopoli, Canada Soccer General Secretary. “We're pleased that through this partnership the Canadian Soccer community will have access to initiatives and offers which will support the ongoing effort to create the best possible environments for soccer players, coaches, referees and volunteers.”

“This new relationship provides us with the assurance that every training and competition site used by Canada’s National Teams is equipped with an Automated External Defibrillator, said Dr. Andrew Pipe, Chair, Canada Soccer Medical Committee. “The relationship will support our continued our efforts to ensure the safety of Canadians across the country by preparing individuals to make safe choices, prevent injuries, and respond to emergency situations."

“As fans of Canadian soccer, our goal is to help grow the game by providing the First Aid tools to keep coaches, trainers, and athletes safe on the pitch. We want teams to compete with the peace of mind knowing they’re protected should a First Aid emergency occur” Rob Fraser, President of Canadian Red Cross Products.

Partnership Offers for Canadian Soccer Community Canada Soccer and the Canadian Red Cross are proud to share the following opportunities for the Canadian Soccer Community to benefit from this new partnership:

Exclusive 30% discount on select Canadian Red Cross eShop sports products found in the First Aid Kit section at products.redcross.ca. Use promo code CRCSOCCER to access the offer. For complete Canadian Red Cross eShop offer information click here.

Discount pricing on Cardiac Science Powerheart G5 AED Sport Package. To celebrate the new partnership an exclusive package is now available for the Canadian Soccer Community. Use promo code AEDSOCCER to save $500 on the package via products.redcross.ca. For complete AED offer information click here.

About the Canadian Red Cross Hawktree Solutions is the exclusive marketer of Canadian Red Cross branded products to the general public and businesses across Canada. Hawktree Solutions is Health Canada approved to import and distribute Class I, II, III, and IV Medical Devices.

Located in Ottawa, Canada, Hawktree Solutions also operates the Canadian Red Cross Major Account Solutions (MAS) program for the coordination of first aid training with corporations on a national level.

About Canada SoccerCanada Soccer, in partnership with its membership and its partners, provides leadership in the pursuit of excellence in soccer, both at the national and international levels. Canada Soccer not only strives to lead Canada to victory, but also encourages Canadians to a life-long passion for soccer. For more details on Canada Soccer, visit the official website at www.canadasoccer.com.

Members of Canada Soccer’s Women’s National Team debuted Canada Soccer’s 2019 Official kit at a Nike Global Football event in Paris, France. The Paris launch celebrated women’s footballers in advance of this summer’s s FIFA Women’s World Cup France 2019™ with all 14 FIFA Member Associations that will be wearing Nike represented at the event.

Canada Soccer announced its game changing relationship with Nike in late 2018 and is the only new FIFA Member Association for Nike heading into France 2019. Kadeisha Buchanan, Sophie Schmidt and Janine Beckie all took part and are featured in the iconic and heroic imagery as part of the kit unveil. Fans can follow the players' experience at the event on Instagram.

The 2019 Canada Soccer Official kit features Canada Soccer’s distinctive logo on a Nike red home kit for the first time.

Fans will have an opportunity to purchase the new kit at the 24 March, 2019 home match which will feature Canada’s Men’s National Team vs French Guiana in Concacaf Nations League Qualifying at BC Place in Vancouver, BC. Individual tickets to the Canada v French Guiana Concacaf Nations League Qualifier are available via Ticketmaster.ca.